| atlas |
a book of maps, tables, or charts. |
| chute |
a passage down which things may slide in order to be moved from one area to another. |
| decision |
the act or result of making up one's mind. |
| embarrass |
to make uncomfortable or ill at ease. |
| entertain |
to amuse; keep interested. |
| foe |
one who wishes ill on another; personal enemy. |
| grime |
dirt clinging to or rubbed into a surface. |
| investigation |
the act of examining carefully and closely. |
| lever |
a basic tool used to lift or pry things open. A crowbar is one type of lever. |
| necessity |
a person or thing that is needed. |
| pursuit |
the act of following or chasing. |
| reluctant |
not willing or enthusiastic. |
| reveal |
to make known; tell. |
| sleek |
smooth or shiny. |
| slit |
to cut a long straight line into or through. |